The Accessible Science of Neural Breathing
The Neuroscience Behind Clarity, Calm, and Connection.
Grounded in neuroscience, this method integrates the latest research on the brain-body connection to deliver lasting results, from anti-aging benefits to cognitive breakthroughs.
Neural Breathing™ isn’t just a practice; it’s a scientifically backed method designed to optimize your mind and body. By intentionally aligning your breath with your nervous system, Neural Breathing helps:
Reduce stress and overwhelm.
Improve focus and decision-making.
Enhance emotional resilience and connection.
Why Neural Breathing Works: The Research Speaks for Itself
Anti-Aging and Stress Reduction:
Study: Researchers from the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine found that controlled breathing reduces oxidative stress, a key marker of aging, by up to 40%.
Impact: Regular breathwork can enhance cellular repair and longevity, keeping you feeling and looking younger.
Decision-Making and Cognitive Clarity:
Study: A 2020 study published in Scientific Reports showed that slow, intentional breathing improves prefrontal cortex function, the brain’s decision-making hub, by reducing cortisol levels and enhancing focus.
Impact: Neural Breathing primes your brain for clear, confident decisions under pressure.
Emotional Intelligence and Resilience:
Study: A 2022 research paper in Frontiers in Psychology revealed that breathwork enhances vagal tone, increasing emotional resilience and deepening interpersonal connections.
Impact: Participants reported stronger emotional regulation and improved relationships after consistent breathwork practices.
Notable Studies:
Breathwork and Stress Reduction
Study: “The effect of slow breathing on stress and cardiovascular function” (Frontiers in Psychology, 2017)
Findings: Slow, controlled breathing reduces cortisol, lowers blood pressure, and enhances parasympathetic activity.
Relevance: Direct evidence for Neural Breathing’s ability to reset the nervous system.
2. Vagus Nerve and Emotional Regulation
Study: “Vagal tone as a physiological marker of emotion regulation” (Biological Psychology, 2013)
Findings: Higher vagal tone improves emotional resilience, decision-making, and interpersonal connection.
Relevance: Supports Neural Breathing’s impact on relationships and clarity.
Neuroplasticity and Breathing Practices
Study: “The role of the breath in brain plasticity and learning” (Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 2019)
Findings: Intentional breathing enhances neuroplasticity, improving learning and adaptability.
Relevance: Evidence for how Neural Breathing facilitates personal transformation.
Anti-Aging and Stress
Study: “Chronic stress and telomere shortening” (PNAS, 2004)
Findings: Chronic stress accelerates cellular aging, while stress-reduction techniques like breathwork can protect telomeres.
Relevance: Breathwork as a scientifically validated anti-aging tool.
Decision-Making Under Stress
Study: “The impact of stress on decision-making and cognitive flexibility” (Scientific Reports, 2020)
Findings: Stress impairs prefrontal cortex function, but breathing practices restore balance and improve decision-making.
Relevance: Neural Breathing as a tool for executives and leaders to enhance performance.
Featured Experts: Dr. Patricia Gerbarg & Dr. Richard Brown
How Breathwork Transforms Stress into Calm: Insights from Dr. Gerbarg & Dr. Brown
Dr. Patricia Gerbarg and Dr. Richard Brown are pioneers in the science of breathwork, co-authors of the acclaimed book The Healing Power of the Breath. Their groundbreaking research explores how specific breathing techniques activate the parasympathetic nervous system, reduce cortisol levels, and alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression.
Key Findings from Their Research:
Activating the Parasympathetic Nervous System:
Breathwork stimulates the vagus nerve, shifting the body from "fight-or-flight" into a restorative "rest-and-digest" state.
“Controlled breathing practices help balance the autonomic nervous system, leading to enhanced emotional regulation and physiological calm.”
Cortisol Reduction and Stress Relief:
Studies by Dr. Gerbarg and Dr. Brown demonstrate that regular breathwork lowers cortisol (the stress hormone) and reduces feelings of overwhelm.
“Participants practicing breathwork for just 20 minutes reported a 30% decrease in stress-related symptoms.”
Mental Health Benefits:
Their clinical trials reveal significant improvements in symptoms of anxiety and depression, with effects comparable to those of conventional therapy.
“Breathwork empowers individuals with a tool for immediate self-regulation and long-term resilience.”
The Science of Stress Relief: A Breakdown
Key Study Highlight
Breathwork and Stress Regulation in Clinical Populations
Published In:
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Findings:
Over 70% of participants reported significant reductions in anxiety and stress-related symptoms after practicing controlled breathing for 8 weeks.
The study attributed these results to vagus nerve stimulation and improved autonomic nervous system balance.
Discover the Transformative Power of Neural Breathing™
MEET OUR FOUNDER
MEET OUR FOUNDER
I’m Emily, the founder of Anchor & Lead and a passionate advocate for helping ambitious leaders and entrepreneurs create lives and businesses aligned with their deepest values and greatest potential.
With over a decade of experience advising hundreds of international founders, athletes, and business leaders, I’ve seen firsthand how clarity and alignment can transform not only businesses but lives. My work is about more than strategy—it's about helping you unlock the clarity, confidence, and discipline to build a legacy on your terms.
I’ve successfully founded and scaled multiple ventures, including Sundari Swim LLC, a conscious e-commerce brand, and Anchor & Lead, a dynamic brand consultancy. My innovative work has also led to the creation of the Neural Breathing Institute.
At the core of my mission is a commitment to guide others toward their next-level breakthroughs. Through methods like Neural Breathing™, I help my clients cut through the noise, align with their vision, and make meaningful, results-driven progress in their entrepreneurial journeys.
I believe that when you combine strategy with alignment, you not only achieve extraordinary success—you live a life that feels truly yours. Let me help you get there.
I’ve been featured in leading global magazines: Authority Magazine, Thrive Global Newsbreak & Entrepreneur, & More
THE A&L M A N I F E S T O
1. Break Free from the Noise
We are tired of watching people live life on autopilot—trapped in a cycle of digital distractions, shallow connections, and numbing routines. Life is too precious to spend disconnected and stuck. It’s time to wake up, tune in, and reclaim the gift of living fully.
2. Live Centered, Not Scattered
We believe in the power of grounding yourself—mentally, emotionally, and physically. When you’re centered, you can truly connect with who you are, what matters most, and the people who bring meaning to your life.
3. Rediscover the Joy of Living
Every moment is an opportunity to breathe, feel, and embrace the present. Life isn’t about rushing to the next task; it’s about being alive to the magic of now. We are here to remind you of the beauty of intentional living.
4. Align with Purpose
We reject the idea of living by default. Instead, we help you create a life designed by your deepest desires. Anchor yourself in purpose, and lead with clarity.
5. Celebrate Human Connection
True connection is the essence of a life well-lived. Whether it’s connecting with yourself, others, or the world around you, we believe in the power of meaningful, heartfelt relationships.
6. Embrace Resilience
Life’s challenges aren’t meant to defeat you—they’re meant to shape you. Resilience is the cornerstone of growth, and with every setback, we grow stronger, wiser, and more aligned.
7. Design a Life of Intention
Your life is your canvas. It’s time to paint boldly, live unapologetically, and create a masterpiece that reflects your true self.
8. Awaken Your Inner Power
Your energy is boundless, your mind limitless, and your potential extraordinary. When you awaken your inner power, you light up not just your life but the lives of those around you.
9. Stay Forever Curious
We are lifelong students of the world—always seeking, always learning, always evolving. Growth is the heartbeat of a meaningful life.
10. Anchor in Joy
Joy isn’t something you chase—it’s something you cultivate. We live to spread happiness, laughter, and light, creating ripples of positivity wherever we go.